EGW Index, vols. 1-4 (Topical Index)
Paul (Part 2 of 2)
Epistle to Titus written by AA 368-9; GW 102
epistles of: contain lessons that all should study AA 470
give occasional glimpses of his labors and sufferings AA 296
written under inspiration of Spirit AA 303; 5T 66, 684
First Epistle to Corinthians written by AA 324, 335; 6BC 1082-3; 1SM 67, 100; 5T 65
at Ephesus AA 298
one of richest, most instructive, and most powerful of his letters AA 301
First Epistle to Thessalonians written by AA 234, 255-64; GC 456-7
at Corinth AA 255-6
First Epistle to Timothy written by AA 175, 367-8; 5T 593
after he had written First Epistle to Corinthians AA 335-6
letters of warning and practical instruction to churches by, from Rome AA 453
many letters of instruction written by, to churches AA 483; EW 206; GW 59
many letters written by, telling of his conversion EW 206
reproof written by, under inspiration of Spirit AA 303; 5T 66, 684
Second Epistle to Corinthians written by, at Philippi AA 323-4; 6BC 1107
year after raising contribution at Corinth 6BC 1104
Second Epistle to Thessalonians written by, at Corinth AA 255-6, 264-8
Second Epistle to Timothy written by, at Rome after his second trial AA 368, 490, 498-502; 7BC 916
by dictation to Luke 4T 352-3
his last letter AA 491, 498-9, 501
shortly before his martyrdom AA 498-9, 508-9; 3T 67; 4T 352-3
writings of, contain some things hard to be understood 7BC 919
show that minister should be example of truths he preaches AA 369
wrote by inspiration of Spirit AA 303; COL 98, 248; MB 80; 5T 66, 684; 6T 305
13. Miscellaneous
able to: enter intelligently into all controversy 6BC 1083
enter readily into deep reasoning EW 206-7
make himself understood with simplicity by common people EW 207
meet all classes with convincing arguments in support of doctrines AA 235
meet eloquence with eloquence 6BC 1083
meet logic with logic 6BC 1083
reason with extraordinary clearness AA 124
ably vindicated his position as apostle of Christ AA 387
accused of self-commendation in writing 1 Corinthians AA 327
adapted his manner of teaching to church’s condition AA 271
affectionate and gentle as child, when surrounded by friends ML 193
all energies of, put into work of saving souls AA 367
always kept cross of Calvary before Gentiles AA 208
angels guarded, from his enemies EW 202
Apollos and, in perfect harmony AA 280
apostle to Gentiles AA 159; 6BC 1056; DA 233; GW 18, 58-62; PK 367, 699; SR 315; 4T 574
apostles of licentiousness met by 5T 141
apostleship of, evidence of AA 328
false teachers questioned 6BC 1082
ardor and self-sacrifice of Ed 73
arguments of proud philosophy silenced by AA 462
arguments used against, were founded in falsehood 1SM 70
army of workers like, church needs GW 61
as Christian minister, faithfully performed his duty 6BC 1064
as worker, for Christ Ed 64-8
was quick, skillful, and diligent in business AA 351
asserted his rights as Roman citizen AA 217, 410, 430; EW 205
attained full moral stature of man in Christ 7BC 903
attracted warm hearts wherever he went ML 193
authority and apostleship of, denied by Jewish believers in some churches 6BC 1108
bearing of, commanded respect AA 408
blessing besought by, for Ephesian church GC 9
bodily affliction of, bad eyesight was 6BC 1058, 1107
bold preacher of Christ EW 201
burden of, for salvation of Jews AA 374-82
burdens and perplexities of, in caring for churches AA 321-2
burning love for souls was cherished by 6BC 1112
called to proclaim God’s truth EW 222
careful manner of, in reproving wrong MH 166-7
careful to labor in harmony with decisions of general church council AA 402
carried with him atmosphere of heaven AA 510-1; GW 59
cheerfully performed lowliest as well as highest duties AA 354; Ed 66
chief energies of, given to building up God’s kingdom in heathen territory AA 175
chosen to: do more than fill place of Stephen EW 199
take place of martyred Stephen AA 102
Christian gentleman of highest type 6BC 1064
Christian life of, was succession of trials, sufferings, disappointments AA 449
clung to cross of Christ as his only guarantee for success GW 61
commissioned as apostle by highest authority in heaven AA 387
conduct of, love of Christ was actuating principle of MH 500; 4T 457
true politeness marked all ML 193
confession of sin by SC 29-30, 41; 5T 641
to men he sought to destroy 3T 432
constant care of, for churches he established AA 483
constantly in danger of martyrdom AA 331
constrained by love of Christ Ed 65-6; MH 500; 4T 457
constraining power that governed, love of Christ was ML 334
contemplated journey of, to Rome AA 373
conversion of, law of God in 3T 475
converted miraculously to do special work 1T 447
Corinthian believers rebuked by, with caution and tenderness AA 385
could call his trials light afflictions 6BC 1099
counsels of, re navigation AA 441
courage and faith of, were continual sermon AA 464
courage and self-control of, before earthly pomp and power AA 435
courageous and independent AA 124
courageously stood before kings and governors AA 462
courtesy of: before rulers GW 123; MH 489
in answering his enemies AA 411
marked trait of his character ML 193
credentials of, given him by God 6BC 1062
crossed seas and traveled far and near to preach Christ 4T 409
deception and guile not used by, to win converts AA 256
determined opposition and persecution met everywhere by AA 204
devoted minister of Christ MB 129-30; 4T 409
did God’s will instead of following inclination 4T 299
did not: allow his love to wax cold because iniquity increased 6BC 1088
attempt to lessen his guilt of sin 5T 641
come to churches as orator or scientific philosopher 6BC 1084
forget churches he had established SR 310
hesitate to stress importance of Bible sanctification SL 86
preach on God’s law first in work among Gentiles Ev 230
quail before kings and dignitaries of earth ML 334
seek to shield himself when acknowledging his sin 5T 641
discourse of, on Mars’ Hill AA 236-9, 241, 462; 6BC 1068, 1084; Ed 67, 173-4; MH 214; PK 500; 1SM 292; SR 312-3
distinguished for his spiritual excellence MM 251
dwelt on prophecies in work among Jews Ev 246
dying testimony of, inspired martyrs in succeeding ages SL 96
nerved Christ’s witnesses with courage in succeeding ages AA 513
earnest and active gospel worker AA 181
earnest and logical reasoning of, held people’s attention AA 235
education of, used to good advantage in gospel work SR 274
educator 6BC 1063
efforts of, not confined to public speaking AA 250
eloquence of, fascinating EW 206
eloquent preacher 1T 447
eloquent speaker AA 124, 251, 354; 6T 322; TM 317
eloquent testimony of, that God sustains soul who trusts in Him PK 387
eloquent with words of warning and exhortation AA 181
enabled to rise above bodily infirmities AA 208
endeavored to reach standard of holiness he set before believers SL 86
evangelistic labors of, serious obstacles met in GC 396
ever kind and thoughtful of others ML 193
example of, that ministers should follow 3T 422
example of loyalty, devotion, and untiring effort GW 58
example set by, in industry and thoroughness AA 351
example to ministers enduring hardships 4T 410
exhorted churches to send aid to famine-stricken believers at Jerusalem 3T 392; 6T 271
eyes of, ever bore marks of Christ’s glory SR 275
faith of, considered old-fashioned and insufferable today 5T 79
in hour of death AA 511-3
faith that actuated, is regarded as old-fashioned, mystical, and unworthy PK 178
faithful soldier of Christ 6BC 1065
faithful steward of God SD 279
faithfulness of, in warfare for Christ AA 297
familiar with Athenian works of art, literature, and religion AA 237
feared no man AA 423
fearlessly opposed persons who turned men from God’s word GC 520
feeble in health 6BC 1063; 4T 410
fellow workers instructed by, in spiritual things AA 351
felt need of counsel of brethren AA 200
firm as rock in defense of truth ML 193
firm where duty and principle were at stake ML 193
forced to maintain his position and authority AA 388
fruit of labor of, false teachers sought to destroy AA 303
Galatian believers rebuked by, with unsparing reproof AA 385
God did not reveal to, at all times just the condition of His people AA 302-3; 5T 65, 684
gospel plan followed faithfully by, in organization of churches AA 185-6
grand theme of, love of Christ was 7BC 917; ML 334
gratitude and confidence of, as tried servant of God PK 387
greatest of human teachers Ed 66
greatness of work of, led him to much study of Scriptures AA 127
Greek poets quoted by AA 239; SR 312
guile that was used by, in gospel work Ev 125-6, 140-1, 227
had: child’s humility and simplicity after his conversion AA 119
conflicts with self GW 61
many trials 6BC 1106
no strained ideas of individual responsibility AA 200
tender heart ML 193
hardships and sufferings of AA 331
hazarded his life for Christ AA 195
health reformer 4T 454
heart of, burned with love for sinners AA 367
Hebrew spoken by AA 408-9
heroic, will be in resurrection of the righteous GC 667
will witness Christ’s final coronation SR 422-4
highly honored by God 5T 223
home and foreign mission work were combined by Ev 554
homeless wanderer like Christ AA 494
hope and cheerfulness of ML 334
hope of, centered in Christ’s second coming AA 513
to plant standard of cross in Spain AA 373
how, attained to sanctification 8T 313
dealt with heresy in Galatia Ev 358; 5T 243
won souls to Christ CM 43-4
humble opinion held by, re his own advancement in Christian life 5T 223
humility of, re his Christian life GC 471; GW 143
idleness regarded by, as sin CT 279
imprisoned, beaten, stoned, and slain GW 18
imprisonment of, brought gospel before kings, princes, and rulers who would not have had light 5T 453-4
gospel spread abroad through AA 454; MB 34
influence of, false teachers sought to destroy AA 325
inspired apostle AA 302; 5T 65, 684
intellectual power of, commanded respect of the learned AA 235
interest of, in every church member 6BC 1076
intrepid apostle AA 297
Jews regarded, as apostate from Israel AA 407
Jewish hatred and malice continually followed 8T 125
John Mark judged unfavorably and severely by, for a time AA 170
Judaizing teachers opposed 6BC 1108; 1SM 236
kept: his desires, impulses, and passions under control by severe discipline AA 314
in view crown of life to be given him CS 339-40
kicking against pricks, lesson from 2T 110
knelt in prayer PK 48
knew what it means to be partaker of Christ’s sufferings 8T 125
knowledge of, learned men were pleased with EW 206
labored for souls with every energy of heart and brain Ev 434; WM 78
labored from house to house in gospel work AA 250; 6T 321-2; TM 317; WM 61-2, 64
labors of: for churches that he had established AA 367-8
immeasurable results of Ed 70
motive power of 4T 457
why God permitted early church to lose AA 417
leadership of, some believers in early church refused to recognize AA 279-80
lessons drawn by, from training of contestants for Olympic games 5T 552
life of: exemplified truths he taught AA 507
filled with untiring service AA 483
one great purpose of SR 311
one of constant activity 8T 125
one of intense and varied activities GW 58-9
students should study Ed 269
was constant conflict with self MH 452-3
was continual scene of hardship, conflict, and toil 7BC 903
lift up Christ as did, as one who loves sinners CM 43-4
linked toil of craftsman with highest ministry Ed 217
looked to God for direct guidance throughout his ministry AA 402
loss of, deprived church of one of its strongest pillars AA 405-6
Luke accompanied, in miss. journeys MH 140-1
Luke helped by earnings of AA 352
man of: ability and education EW 199
ardent, zealous, indomitable spirit 7BC 917
great learning EW 206
stern purpose and undaunted courage AA 124
manner of, in speaking to Jewish converts 6BC 1085
many leading members of Jerusalem church were prejudiced against AA 405
many sleepless nights spent in prayer by AA 296
many visions and revelations given to, by God AA 469
meekness of, after Christ was revealed to him SL 15
methods of gospel work used by AA 208, 262; Ev 230-1
to win Gentiles to Christ 6BC 1089; Ev 230; GW 118
to win Jews to Christ AA 221-9, 449-51; Ev 141, 246, 554; GW 118
mighty argument of, for uprooting selfishness from hearts of believers CS 19
mind of, ever reached out for spiritual knowledge AA 351
minister of highest rank AA 351
miracles wrought by 6BC 1064; EW 203, 207
in Christ’s name EW 202
more self-denying and persevering worker than, never lived AA 367; GW 59
motive power of, love of Christ was MH 500; 4T 457
mysteries hidden for ages were revealed to 6BC 1107
never faltered in allegiance to Christ GW 58
never harsh and impolite ML 193
never lost sight of: prize of his high calling AA 483
Source of his wisdom and strength AA 128
never wearied in sacrificing for cause of Christ AA 354
new conversion experienced daily by 4T 66
no concessions made by, that involved principle AA 199
no man more earnest, energetic, and self-sacrificing for Christ than 4T 409
no one could rightfully accuse, of covetousness AA 349
not above labor 1T 447
not given religious experience independent of church 3T 430-3
noted for his restless energy 6T 167
nothing could induce, to handle God’s word deceitfully AA 331
often compelled to stand alone in ministry AA 199
OT Scriptures used by, in labor for Jews AA 221-2
with convincing power AA 225
one of: greatest of human teachers AA 354
world’s greatest teachers 4T 409
world’s most illustrious teachers Ed 51
paints his sin in its darkest hue SC 41; 5T 641
pathway of, trial and temptation beset AA 330
people who heard, knew that he had been with Christ AA 208
perplexities and discouragements beset AA 325
persevering and talented AA 124
personal experience of, re obedience to God’s law SC 29-30
personally taught by God AA 200
Peter rebuked by, at Antioch of Syria AA 198; 6BC 1065
picture left by, of his work GW 60-1
policy of, in evangelizing large cities Ev 42
possessed high intellectual endowments AA 307; Ed 66
power of oratory of, held attention of his audience AA 235
powerful influence of learning, wisdom, and zeal of AA 156
prayed for conviction and conversion of souls AA 330
prayer(s) of: for spiritual prosperity of his brethren SL 84
how God answered 3T 431-3
inspired by Spirit 7BC 906
re his bad eyesight, God’s answer to 6BC 1107
that men little comprehend FE 180
with little companies of believers AA 262
preparation of, for gospel ministry AA 123-30
presentation of God’s love by, broke hearts AA 208
presented: gospel purposely in its simplicity AA 270
truth with simplicity and clearness AA 330
proclaimed truths that Spirit revealed to him AA 402
qualifications possessed by, that early church needed AA 124
realized his sufficiency was not in himself AA 251
reasoning of, charmed kings and governors EW 207
received from God his commission and ordination 6BC 1088
reconciled afterward to John Mark AA 170
reproof given by, regarded by some believers as his personal opinion 5T 66
revelation of God’s infinite love was given to AA 245
revelations received by, that he was not permitted to make known 5T 223-4
reverence of, for James the Lord’s brother AA 405
review of his life of toil, care, sacrifice by SL 95
saw: importance of training younger workers GW 102
many things in vision that were not lawful for him to utter AA 469; 6BC 1106-7
secret of power and success of, as minister WM 62
set for defense of church AA 303; 5T 65, 684
shared his earnings with Luke AA 352
shout of victory by SL 96
shown difficulties and dangers that would arise in churches, that when they should develop he would know how to treat them 5T 65, 684
sin appeared exceedingly sinful to 5T 246
sleepless nights spent by, in prayer and earnest thought AA 296
sought: counsel of believers re best methods of labor for souls AA 262
no discharge from warfare for Christ AA 297
sowed gospel seed that others must water AA 272
specially taught of God AA 199-200
Spirit laid bare sharp contention of, and Barnabas 4T 12
spoke Hebrew AA 408-9
steadfast purpose of, in gospel work 7BC 905
strength received by, in prayer 6BC 1065
strictest economy practiced by 6BC 1063
struggles of, under Satan’s attacks GC 510
student of Scriptures 6BC 1089
subject to many infirmities 8T 125
subjected himself to severe training AA 314
suffered: for truth’s sake without complaints from his lips SL 95
from infirmities 4T 352
hunger at times in order to help others AA 352
loss of all things for Christ’s cause 3T 406
sufferings endured by, for Christ’s cause AA 296
sufficiency of, Spirit’s presence and power were 2T 550
supported himself at times by working at his trade AA 346-7, 351-2, 354, 356-7, 395-6, 483; 6BC 1062-3; 7BC 905; CT 279; Ed 66, 217; FE 97; GW 59; MH 154; PP 593; 1T 447; 4T 409
sustained by: God in battles with apostates 2SM 228
power of Christ’s presence Ed 69
tact and kindness of, in dealing with delicate matters AA 456-7
talents and training of, would have enabled him to serve in almost any capacity AA 124
taught principles striking against slavery AA 458-60
teachings of: Christ was central figure of AA 251
re financial support of gospel work AA 335-6, 342-4; CS 80
re sanctification SL 26-7, 30, 86-7
Ten Commandments kept by, in letter and spirit SR 306
tender greeting of, in 1 Cor. 1:3-8 AA 301
tentmaker AA 243, 347, 349-50; 6BC 1062-3; COL 78; Ed 66, 217; FE 97; GC 68; PP 593; 4T 409
thanked God for comfort given him in in sorrow 5T 489
Thessalonian believers erroneously expected, to live till second advent AA 264
things that, had to meet and contend with in young ministers 4T 380
thorn in flesh of, eye trouble was 6BC 1058, 1107
thorough conversion experienced by 4T 446
Timothy and, bound together by strong affection AA 204, 498-9; 7BC 918
lasting friendship between 7BC 916-7
Timothy helped by earnings of AA 352
Timothy instructed by, in Scriptures AA 204
Timothy trained by, for gospel work AA 204; CG 41
Timothy’s father in gospel 7BC 918
Timothy’s heart knit with heart of AA 202-3
toils and trials of Ed 67-8
toil-hardened hands of, did not detract from force of his appeal as minister AA 352
took notice of reports re state of anarchy and division in churches 5T 66
trained men as gospel workers AA 367-8; GW 102
trembled lest his preaching reveal human impress AA 250
trembled re result of his ministry AA 206
trusted most fully in God when heavens were as brass over him AA 363
truths of gospel received direct from heaven by AA 200
understanding of principles of gospel truth by, equal to that of chiefest apostles AA 469
unwearied gospel worker SR 310
vision of beauty and glory of heaven was given to AA 159
visions received by, molded his messages AA 470; 5T 684
visited the sick and sorrowing in his ministry WM 62
voice of, has rung out through ages like trumpet peal AA 513
made sweet and clear by grace ML 334
walked blood-stained path Christ had trod before him AA 297
well known to thousands of Jews from foreign lands AA 406
well versed in Scriptures 6BC 1089; EW 201
what cross of Christ meant to 6BC 1112-3
when his physical strength was declining, preached gospel faithfully and unflinchingly AA 332
wide-awake, zealous, untiring, and willing to sacrifice and suffer in gospel work AA 186
will and desires of, conflicted daily with duty and God’s will MH 452-3; 4T 299
will be in New Jerusalem GC 667
wisdom and manners of, charmed his hearers EW 206
witnessed for Christ throughout all Judea AA 437
words of, to Jews were marked with caution and kindness AA 450
work of, among Gentiles was not entered upon from choice AA 409
members of Sanhedrin were appointed to hinder AA 404-5
worked: at trade to support others as well as himself AA 352, 396; CT 279
for souls and not for money 6BC 1088
without wages at times 6BC 1088
working at his trade reached class of people he could not otherwise have reached AA 351
world’s great men of science cannot be compared to CT 66
worshiped God on his knees GW 178
young men taken by, on his miss. journeys to train them for Christ’s service AA 368
young men trained by, for gospel ministry GW 102
zeal and industry of, rebukes indolence and desire for ease AA 355
zeal of, there seemed to be no limit to AA 488
Supplement
abuses of, not dwelt upon, but attention called to Christ OHC 363:4
adaptability of SW 76
added to disciples UL 100:4
adoration of, declaring mystery of Godliness in Christ 3SM 184:3
belief of, in persecuting Christians did not make it right FW 33:1
bonds of, not his masterly sermons, attracted to truth RC 358:6
calmness seen in, at trial before Nero CC 355:5
chains of, caused no embarrassment when speaking CC 352:4
changes made by, at conversion CC 338:5
Christ shown by, as loving the sinner UL 342:4
Christ’s sacrifice shown as the central truth by UL 85:7
confessed when Spirit of the Lord showed him his sin TMK 239:2
conscientiously wrong 1MCP 322:4
conversion and ministry of, through stoning of Stephen HP 271:5
courageous before rulers because his life was given to God CC 352:4
courtesy of, CC 352:2
before rulers such as Agrippa HP 296:5
softened men in power CC 352:4
crown kept in view by; victory made it desirable LHU 343:2
depended on power of God through faith to avoid being lost TDG 277:2
eloquence of, while courteous HP 296:5
execution of, Christians at, strengthened 2MCP 463:4
eye of, ever looked to Jesus CC 353:2
faith, noble man of OHC 363:4
firm,
but courteous CC 352:2
to principle yet ever courteous OHC 236:4
freest and happiest among those faced with shipwreck CC 352:3
glory looked for by, through suffering TMK 280:5
God was magnified by, in spite of trials 2MCP 461:1
grace,
appropriated by faith and supplied necessities of Mar 120:2
given to, instead of removing the thorn HP 82:3
made voice of, sweet and clear CC 352:4
house-to-house ministry of RC 245
humility of,
not spoiled by revelation of heaven RC 77:4
when caught up to heaven Mar 235:4; TMK 175:3
influence of, would have been risked by taking money for preaching TDG 214:4
information,
received by, from others but God gave light for counsel 3SM 65
withheld by, counsel to avoid misapplication 3SM 57:4
judgment of, refined under Holy Spirit through difficulties TDG 191:2
letters of, instructive with correct principles CC 353:2
liberty taken from, when labors seemed needed RC 358:5
light would not have helped, if unwilling to obey 2MCP 757:1
master of the ship while a prisoner CC 352:3
ministry of, not lowered by work TDG 203:4
name of, shines brightest amid those suffering for Christ OHC 249:3
new creature when receiving Christ FW 33:1
obedience believed in by UL 16:2
opposition could not move, with truth planted in the heart FW 33:1
Pharisaism exchanged for the gospel was no sacrifice for OHC 363:2
plan of salvation revealed to UL 309:2
purposes constraining, to lead to total consecration TDG 374:5
reasoning of, clear and convincing CC 352:4
responsibilities led, to reach for things ahead SW 89:5
revelations firmly grounded UL 309:2
salvation worked out with fear and trembling by FW 49:3; NL 37:1
sanctification of, was a daily conflict with self TDG 251:3
Silas and, spirit rebuked by, to prevent sophistry RC 218:6
sin revived in, when commandment realized FW 31:2
spirit of praise in TDG 300:4
sufferings of, lost sight of in his concern for others 2MCP 463:4
supported,
fellow workers although at times hungry himself CC 342:3
self to avoid reputation of profiteering by gospel TDG 214:3
tent making learned by, at the higher level TDG 214:2
trade learned by, although a student of Gamaliel TDG 203:2
trade of, support from CC 342:2
unable to present all he had seen of truth UL 309:2
words of, impressive at his trial CC 355:5
work and sacrifice of, greater than of other disciples OHC 362:3
See also Apostles